Philippe's Kitchen
50 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Chicken Ballotine with Chorizo and Mozzarella
Chicken fillets stuffed with spicy chorizo and melting mozzarella, poached then pan‑seared. An elegant starter or main course, easy to prepare and full of Mediterranean flavors.
Alsatian Apple Flan
A traditional Alsatian flan with melting apples, flavored with vanilla. Easy to prepare, it consists of a light batter, lightly caramelized apples and oven baking that gives a beautiful golden color. Ideal for a homemade dessert or a gourmand snack.
Leek Coconut Curry
A plant‑based dish with tender leeks, scented with curry and creamy thanks to coconut milk. Simple, quick and full of exotic flavors, ideal for a light dinner or a vegetarian meal.
Peach Clafoutis
A moist peach clafoutis, lightly sweetened and vanilla‑flavored, perfect for a summer dessert served chilled. This version uses white peaches, white sugar, light brown sugar and a pancake‑like batter, baked at 180 °C for 45 minutes.
Hachis Parmentier
A traditional Shepherd's Pie, with a creamy mashed potato, flavorful ground beef, tender carrots and onions, topped with cheese and breadcrumbs. Ideal for a comforting dinner.
Potato Gratin with Ground Meat
A comforting gratin of tender potatoes, flavorful ground meat, vegetables and creamy sauce, topped with Emmental cheese. Perfect for a warm dinner.
Porcini Mushroom Sauce
A creamy porcini sauce, ideal for enhancing meats, poultry or pasta. This recipe uses rehydrated dried porcini mushrooms, chicken stock, fresh cream and a pinch of nutmeg for a rich and aromatic flavor.
Roasted Garlic Potatoes in the Oven
Crispy potatoes flavored with jacket garlic, thyme and rosemary, roasted in the oven at 180 °C. A simple yet flavorful side, perfect to accompany meats, fish or vegetarian dishes.
Zucchini and Goat Cheese Quiche with Curry
A flavorful quiche with crunchy zucchini, golden bacon bits, melting goat cheese and a hint of curry. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it can be prepared in under two hours and will delight fans of rich French recipes.
Homemade Mascarpone
Homemade mascarpone made from whole fresh cream and fresh lemon juice. A velvety texture, without preservatives, ideal for desserts like tiramisu or enjoyed plain.
Provençal Octopus Stew
A flavorful octopus stew slowly braised with tomatoes, red wine, Herbes de Provence and a pinch of Espelette pepper. Ideal for a convivial meal, served with rice or crusty bread.
Cloud eggs
Light eggs like clouds, with a meringue-like egg white, Emmental cheese and a runny yolk in the center. An airy version of the traditional fried egg, ideal for breakfast or a hearty brunch.
Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Crispy chicken nuggets flavored with curry and spices, made entirely at home. Ideal as an appetizer, snack or main dish served with ketchup or a small salad.
Fried Onion Rings
Crispy onion rings coated in a spiced batter of cornstarch, flour, paprika and breadcrumbs, fried at 175‑180 °C. Perfect as an appetizer or side, served with ketchup.
Moist Chestnut Cream Cake
A moist and melting cake with chestnut cream, lightly flavored with rum (optional). Ideal for a snack or dessert, it is prepared in less than 30 minutes and baked gently at 150 °C for 40 minutes.
Almond Financiers
Moist almond financiers, flavored with brown butter, perfect for a snack or dessert. This traditional version uses egg whites, almond meal, and homemade brown butter for a rich taste and light texture.
Light French Crepes
Fluffy crepes, lump‑free, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Philippe's recipe guides you step by step, from mixing the batter to folding the crepes, with tips to keep them supple and tasty.
Chicken, Curry and Goat Cheese Quiche
A flavorful quiche combining tender chicken, curry spices and creamy goat cheese, all in a golden shortcrust pastry. Ideal for a hearty lunch or dinner.
Zucchini Flan
A flavorful flan made with zucchini, crème fraîche, milk and Emmental cheese, seasoned with Herbes de Provence and Espelette pepper. Ideal as a starter or side dish, it is baked in a water bath for a silky texture.
Pizza Eggplant
Grilled eggplant slices topped with tomato sauce, smoked bacon bits, melting mozzarella and Herbes de Provence, all baked in the oven for a quick and tasty appetizer.
Moist Clementine Cake
An airy, fragrant cake with clementine zest and juice, perfect for a snack or dessert. The recipe uses untreated clementines, melted butter, and whipped egg whites to achieve a very moist texture.
Zucchini and Curry Tart
A savory tart with thin zucchini, scented with curry and spiced with strong mustard, all topped with a creamy fresh cream and gratinated with Emmental. Ideal for a light lunch or a summer dinner.
Crustless Tuna and Bell Pepper Quiche
A light crustless quiche, topped with flaked tuna, red bell peppers and onion, bound with a custard made of eggs, milk and cheese. Ideal for a quick lunch or dinner, it is ready in under an hour and can be enjoyed hot or warm.
Sautéed Garlic Shrimp
Fresh peeled shrimp, lightly lemony, sautéed with finely chopped garlic, spiced with a hint of Espelette pepper and scented with fresh parsley. A quick, flavorful dish perfect for two.
Mushroom Risotto
A creamy risotto with Paris mushrooms, flavored with dry white wine and enriched with melting parmesan. Ideal for a comforting dinner, this classic Italian dish is made in a single pan for a velvety texture and rich flavor.
Apple Tart with Pastry Cream
A classic French tart where a crisp shortcrust pastry holds a generous layer of smooth pastry cream, topped with thin caramelized apple slices and a light apricot jam glaze. Ideal for dessert or tea time, it combines milky and fruity sweetness with a beautiful shine.
Apple Clafoutis
A moist apple clafoutis, lightly caramelized, perfect for dessert or snack. This French version uses a pancake‑like batter, cubed apples and a hint of vanilla. Easy to prepare, just a few basic ingredients and a preheated oven at 180 °C.
Fluffy blinis with flour and quark
Light and very fluffy blinis, made with flour, quark (or Bulgarian yogurt) and two eggs. A batter rested for an hour yields rustic small pancakes, perfect for appetizers with tarama or quark.
Sugar donuts
Light and fluffy donuts, flavored with vanilla and coated in powdered sugar. A 12‑hour proofed dough gives a texture close to brioche, ideal for a snack or a little fair at home.
Parmesan Zucchini Sticks
Crispy zucchini sticks, coated in a flavorful mixture of parmesan, breadcrumbs and Herbes de Provence, baked for a light and tasty snack or appetizer.
Zucchini Coconut Curry
A creamy zucchini curry with coconut, flavored with curry and sesame oil. Simple, quick and perfect for a vegetarian or vegan dinner, served with basmati rice or quinoa.
Chocolate Panna Cotta
A silky chocolate panna cotta, made without an oven. Ideal for an elegant dessert in glasses, topped with dark chocolate shavings. Easy and quick, it only requires a few classic ingredients and a bit of patience for chilling.
Floating Islands
Classic French dessert made of light poached meringues, a velvety vanilla custard, and golden caramel. An elegant and indulgent presentation to impress your guests.
Chicken with Chorizo
A flavorful dish combining tender chicken cubes, spicy chorizo, olives and tomato coulis, gently simmered for a rich sauce. Perfect for a convivial dinner, served with tagliatelles or rice.
Spiced Chicken
A tender sautéed chicken with a blend of warm spices (turmeric, paprika, ginger) and a lightly spiced creamy sauce with Espelette pepper. Quick, flavorful and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Chocolate Soft Cake
A moist and melting chocolate cake, perfect for lovers of indulgent desserts. Easy to make, it only requires a few basic ingredients and a preheated oven at 180 °C.
Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart
A summer tart with ripe tomatoes, creamy goat cheese, tangy mustard and Herbes de Provence. Easy to prepare, ideal for a light lunch or dinner.
Duck Breast with Porcini Sauce
A tender duck breast, grilled to perfection, topped with a velvety sauce made from rehydrated porcini mushrooms, ideal for festive meals. The recipe combines the richness of duck with the aromatic depth of wild mushrooms, finished with a hint of nutmeg.
Pumpkin Gnocchi
Soft gnocchi made from pumpkin purée, flavored with nutmeg and lightly seasoned with olive oil. Served with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh basil and grated parmesan, these gnocchi are perfect for a comforting autumn meal.
Vegetable Tortilla
A generous tortilla with potatoes, red pepper, zucchini and onion, flavored with Herbes de Provence and parsley. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, this French version highlights crunchy vegetables and a soft egg center.
Stuffed tomatoes with meat
Round tomatoes generously stuffed with a flavorful mixture of sausage meat, ground beef, milk-soaked bread, eggs and Herbes de Provence, baked in the oven at 180 °C. A comforting and typically French dish, ideal for a convivial meal.
Onion, Goat Cheese and Honey Tart
A flavorful tart combining the sweetness of caramelized onions, the creaminess of goat cheese and the delicate aroma of honey, all in a crisp shortcrust pastry. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, this French recipe is prepared in several simple yet indulgent steps.
Banana Chocolate Cake
A moist banana cake with chocolate chips, lightly flavored with rum. Ideal for a snack or dessert, it prepares in under 30 minutes and bakes for 50 minutes.
Cheese Curry Jar Cake
A savory cake flavored with curry, topped with poppy seeds and cheese, baked in glass jars. Ideal for an appetizer or a tasty snack, it keeps for two weeks in the refrigerator.
Oriental Meatballs
Savory beef meatballs flavored with oriental spices, simmered in a homemade tomato sauce. Easy to prepare, they are perfect for a friendly dinner.
Chocolate Fondant with Lava Center
A dark chocolate fondant with 64 % cocoa and a slightly salty lava center, served warm with a dollop of whipped cream. This simple French recipe uses butter, chocolate, eggs, brown sugar and a pinch of fleur de sel, baked in silicone muffin molds for easy release.
Eggplant parmigiana
Melt-in-your-mouth eggplant gratin with homemade tomato sauce, generously topped with melty mozzarella and freshly grated Parmesan, scented with oregano. A vegetarian Italian-inspired dish, perfect for dinner or a convivial meal.
Tuna and Avocado Rillettes
A fresh and creamy spread made with canned tuna, creamy avocado, fresh cheese, brightened with lime, chives and seasoned with salt and pepper. Ideal as an appetizer with breadsticks or toasted bread.
Raspberry Mousse
A light and airy raspberry mousse, made with raspberry coulis, whipped cream and gelatin. Perfect for a refined end of meal or a festive dessert.
Lemon Cookies
Soft lemon cookies, slightly cracked, coated with granulated sugar and powdered sugar. A simple and quick recipe, perfect for a snack or to accompany tea.